Semua Bab The Cherished Wife: Bab 1161 - Bab 1170

Samuel was brewing coffee, a birdcage with a chatty mynah beside him. The bird caught sight of Grant and squawked, "Mr. Shaw's here!"Samuel glanced up to see Grant approaching with a relaxed gait, not pausing from his task. He gestured to a nearby chair. "Take a seat!""Godfather!" Grant greeted Samuel with a respectful nod and sat across from him, accepting the coffee cup offered to him. "Thanks!""Don't mention it." Samuel dismissed the thanks with a wave of his hand, his eyes lingering on Grant. After a moment, he cracked a small smile. "I was starting to think you'd never come back!"A storm of emotions flickered in Grant's eyes, but he just smiled and said lightly, "I couldn't stay away, not with you and Noelle still here.""You’d better stick with calling me Grandpa, or you'll mess up the family tree with Noelle!" Samuel chuckled, placing his coffee cup down with a soft sigh. "How long have you been here?""I just arrived a few days ago. It's been a while, Grandpa. How hav

"Noelle's pregnant?" Grant caught the tail end of Samuel's conversation with Noelle, his face registering surprise before a mix of emotions flickered across it. However, he quickly recovered, breaking into a smile. "That's awesome. Is it for sure?""Charles is taking Noelle to the hospital tomorrow for a check-up. She's been through so much since she was little. Now, she's finally found someone who truly cares for her. It makes me feel a whole lot better as her grandpa!" Samuel's face softened into a warm smile as he talked about Noelle, beckoning Grant to come closer. "Are you really going to keep your identity a secret from Noelle? I mean...""If she can live without knowing, let her be. She's happy now, and that's what matters to me. Besides, I'll be heading back to Capiton soon. I might never cross paths with her again. What's the point in her knowing?"Samuel shook his head at Grant's words. "Okay, it's your call. But if Noelle ever finds out someday, well..." He trailed off, s

"I'm fine!" Noelle let out a small, resigned chuckle. "It's just a simple check-up!""Regardless, you've got to take it easy. Are you thirsty?" Charles asked as he grabbed a big bag from the nearby chair, unzipped it, and handed her a thermos. "Here, have some warm tea. It's not too hot."With a soft smile, Noelle accepted it and took a few careful sips. "I’m done with all the exams, right?" she asked, turning to Sean.Sean was fixated on the big bag in Charles's grip, his eyes wide with astonishment. He glanced from Charles to the bag's contents and could not help but grimace. "Charles, isn't this a bit much? We don't even know if she's expecting, yet you're already packing for... what exactly?" Sean looked at Charles, who returned the gaze like he was staring at an alien. Sean had to admit defeat. "Even if it turns out she's pregnant, it's super early days. She's not showing or anything, so why all the gear?""You don't get it, do you? Someone who's never been a dad doesn't get a

Sean quirked an eyebrow and scooted closer to Noelle, handing her his phone with a smirk. "Check it out for yourself!"Noelle took the phone, her eyes quickly scanning the screen before she looked up in surprise. Sean put a finger to his lips, signaling her to keep it down. Noelle bit back a laugh and scrolled through the messages.Peter texted: [Is that Charles? Has he lost it?]Steven shot back: [You've gotta be seeing things!]Sean chimed in: [We've got a live show here, folks! Where's my admission fee?]Noelle's lips twitched into a wider smile, clearly amused.Seeing her grin, Sean teased: [Wanna get in on the fun, Sis-in-law?][Is that cool?][Totally!] Sean pulled out his phone again. [Here, scan this, and you're in!]Noelle actually scanned the code and joined the group.Sean broadcasted: [Heads up, everyone! Noelle's in the house. Let's roll out the red carpet!]Peter just sent a [...] and soon after, Tania was added to the chat too. She sent a puzzled emoji followe

Liliana eyed Noelle's earnest face and shot a look at Charles. With a reluctant shake of her head, she said, "I can't. I need to check on my kid at the hospital." As Liliana turned to leave, Noelle quickly grabbed her hand. "Is it Bobby? Charles told me about him once and said he's super cute. Can I... maybe meet him?"Noelle's eyes sparkled with genuine warmth and not a trace of deceit. Liliana found it impossible to turn her down, especially when she caught Charles's eye and saw a flicker of guilt she had never seen before.Liliana's lips parted, but the refusal just would not come. Seeing Liliana's soft side emerging, Noelle released Charles's hand and reached for Liliana's. "Come on. I'd love to meet him too."Liliana gave Noelle a nod. "Alright, but just so you know, Bobby's a little shy. He might not be too outgoing at first.""No worries!" Noelle beamed a sweet smile. Still holding Liliana's hand, they made their way back to the hospital ward.Leading the way, Noelle sent a